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Edward H. Schwoerer

Edward H. Schwoerer was born on 22 February 1923 According to G. Schwoerer (May 2011): He was born on the family farm, Feb 22, 1923. There was no birth certificate issued. So his brother and sister had to atest to his birth.

Bernard H. Durst died on 21 November 2006 at age 80 Bernard H. Durst, age 80, of Verona and formerly of Richland Center, died on Tuesday, Nov. 21, 2006, at Meriter Hospital in Madison. He was born on April 10, 1926, in the Town of Ithaca to Hubert and Mary (Killoy) Durst. On Oct. 1, 1952, he married Rosemary Bindl at St. Luke's Catholic Church in Plain. He was a former member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Richland Center and a current member of St. Andrew's Catholic Church in Verona. Bernard was a farmer and a compassionate person who enjoyed spending time with family and friends. Survivors include his wife, Rosemary; two children, Ken (Karen) Durst of Cambridge and Diane (Joseph) Hetzel of Madison; five grandchildren, Kelly, Eric and Ryan Durst and Scott and Aimee Hetzel; his sisters, Nora Durst and Mary (Bernard) Lins; his brother, Hubert (Betty) Durst; two brothers-in-law, George and Alois Bindl; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; an infant grandson, Nicholas; his sister, Marian; four sisters-in-law and two brothers-in-law. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 25, 2006, at ST. ANDREW'S CATHOLIC CHURCH, in Verona, with Father David Timmerman officiating. Burial will follow at St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery in Richland Center. Friends may call from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 24, 2006, at ELLESTAD FUNERAL HOME, 500 N. Eighth St., Mount Horeb, where a rosary service will be at 4 p.m. The family would like to thank the staff of Meriter Hospital Intensive Care and family and friends for their love and support. (608) 437-5077 (608) 767-3684 www.ellestadfuneralhome.com.

Census Date

Location

22 April 1930

Ithaca, Richland, Wisconsin

Bernard H. Durst was listed as a son in Hubert A. Durst's household on the 1930 Census at Ithaca, Richland, Wisconsin.1

Nora M. Durst died on 20 November 2015 at age 92 Nora M. Durst, age 92, died on Friday, November 20, 2015. Nora was born June 9, 1923 in Richland County, the daughter of Hubert C. and Mary (Killoy) Durst. Nora graduated from St. Frances School of Nursing in 1950. Nora enjoyed a long career as a registered nurse working in Richland Center, Sparta, Marshfield, Eau Claire, and Hillsboro. Nora retired from nursing in 2007 at the age of 84. Nora was also a pastoral Associate and a religious education coordinator at Wilton, Pittsville, Eau Claire, and LaValle. Nora enjoyed traveling, spending time at church, volunteering and spending time at her home on Lake Redstone. Survivors include her sister: Mary Lins, of Richland Center; her sister-in-law: Betty Durst, of LaValle; her brother-in-law: Alois Bindl, of Spring Green; many nieces and nephews; other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers: Bernard and Hubert Durst; one sister: Marian Bindl; her brother-in-law: Bernard Lins and her sister-in-law: Rosemary Durst. A Mass of Christian Burial will be conducted at 11:00 A.M. on Monday, November 23, 2015 at Holy Family Catholic Church in LaValle with Father Lorin Bowens officiating. Interment will be in St. Mary's Catholic Church at Keyesville. There will be a visitation from 9:30 A.M. until the time of the service on Monday where a parish rosary will be prayed at 10:45 A.M. The Hoof Funeral Home in Reedsburg is serving the family.

Census Date

Location

22 April 1930

Ithaca, Richland, Wisconsin

Nora M. Durst was listed as a daughter in Hubert A. Durst's household on the 1930 Census at Ithaca, Richland, Wisconsin.1

Bernard A. Lins died on 3 December 2014 at age 85 Bernard A. Lins, age 85, of Ithaca Township passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 3, 2014, at the Richland Hospital. He was born on April 3, 1929, the son of Raymond and Rose (Hetzel) Lins inFranklin Township in Sauk County. On July 31, 1956, Bernard married Mary Durst at St. Mary's Church at Keyesville. Bernard and Mary bought the farm on Apple Ridge Rd and were avid farmers, receiving the Outstanding Farmer award in 1961. He served as the Treasurer for the Ithaca Lions for ten years. The original Keyesville Parish Council was formed in the 1950s, and Bernard was elected and served formany years in various capacities including President. For forty-two years he did maintenance work and other jobs for the parish. The family received the Strangers and Guests award from the Diocese ofLaCrosse. Bernard had a great love for his children and grandchildren.

He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Mary Lins; his children Alan and Amy Lins, Mark and Ann Lins, Anne and Robert Roth; six grandchildren; his brother Robert Lins; sisters Rosemary (Bob) Pulvermacher, Cecile Speich, and Marilyn (Larry) Downey; and many other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents Raymond and Rose Lins; brothers Tony, Herman, Louis and infant brother Edward; and sisters Lorrayne Falci and Marjorie Mellenberger.

Funeral services will be held at St. Mary's Church, Keyesville, on Saturday, December 6, 2014, at 11:00 AM. Burial will be held in the church cemetery. Visitation will be at the Clary Memorial Funeral Home on Friday, December 5, from 4:15 PM to 7:00 PM beginning with the Rosary at 4 p.m. Also, visitation will be held on Saturday at church from 9:45 AM until 10:45 AM where a rosary will begin at 10:45 AM until the time of service at 11:00 AM.

Census Date

Location

7 April 1930

Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin

Bernard A. Lins was listed as a son in Raymond Ludwig Lins's household on the 1930 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin; living next door to John J. Lins.1

Hubert Durst Jr died on 17 August 2015 at age 82 Heaven gained a beautiful angel Monday night, August 17, 2015 when Hubert Durst passed away after a long illness. With heavy hearts we said our goodbyes. Hubert was born on March 9, 1933 in the Town of Ithaca, Richland County, the son of Hubert and Mary (Killoy) Durst. On May 25, 1957, he was married to the former Betty Weist at St. John the Baptist Catholic Parish in Muscoda. Hubert was a veteran of the Korean Conflict serving with the U.S. Army. He was a lifelong farmer in LaValle Township. Survivors include his wife of fifty-eight years: Betty; four children: Deborah (Ron) Schluter, of New Glarus; Hubert (Carla) Durst, of New Glarus; Dan (Sue) Durst, of Wonewoc and Mary (Mike) Butler, of McFarland; grandchildren: Jessica (Ryan), Kaitlin, Bethany, Lindsey, Laura, Dustin, Brandi, Jolee, Ryan, Kayla, Brady and Morgan; two sisters: Nora Durst, of LaValle and Mary Lins, of Richland Center; other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother: Bernard Durst and one sister: Marian Bindl. A Mass of Christian Burial will be conducted at 11:00 A.M. on Friday, August 21, 2015 at Holy Family Catholic Church in LaValle with Father Lorin Bowens officiating. Military rites will be provided by the LaValle American Legion following the mass. Interment will be at St. John the Baptist Catholic Cemetery in Muscoda. There will be a visitation from 9:00 A.M. until the time of the mass on Friday at the church. The Hoof Funeral Home in Reedsburg is serving the family.